Esperanza services throughout the Coronavirus Situation

In accordance with the directives of PA Governor Wolf, Esperanza offices will be closed indefinitely.

Esperanza has been serving the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia and Philadelphia’s Hispanic community for over 30 years. We will continue to fulfill our mission and purpose within the parameters of public health and safety. Governor Wolf has extended the “stay at home” order until at least April 30, 2020 and non-essential services are closed until further notice. While our offices are closed, we continue to provide quality services remotely.

For general inquiries to Esperanza, you can reach us at (215) 324-0746 X 200. Voice messages will be checked daily. We will do our best to respond to your questions and connect you with services and/or information about alternate resources as quickly as possible.

The following details apply to each of the programs and entities in the Esperanza family:

Esperanza Academy Charter School, K-12– Building is closed until further notice. Classes are operating online via a virtual education plan.
If you are a school parent, please look for additional communication about resources and continuity of education for students. Students are being provided with the equipment needed for online learning, and staff remain accessible via email. You can find more information at http://esperanzaacademycs.org/

Esperanza Cyber School– Open online.
If you are a school parent, please look for additional communication from the school about resources and supports. Staff are available to respond to questions via e-mail to individual teachers or a call to our main number 215-967-9703.http://esperanzacyber.org

Esperanza College of Eastern University – Classes are being held online (offices are closed).
If you are a student, please look for additional communications from the school about online learning. Esperanza College is enrolling students through June 1st for the Fall 2020 semester. http://esperanza.eastern.edu

PA Careerlink North – Continues to service active clients seeking employment. For questions about general Careerlink services, please contact 1-833-753-5627 or visit www.pacareerlink.pa.gov. For any questions specific to our site, PA Careerlink North, please leave a message on our main number at 215-967-9711 and our staff will return your call as soon as possible.

Esperanza Housing Counseling – Limited services will be provided remotely. If you in need of housing counseling services, you may reach us at home@esperanza.us.

Esperanza Arts Center – All external rental events are canceled through March 31st. All performances at Teatro Esperanza through the remainder of the season (ending June 13th) are now canceled. Like us on Facebook and stay tuned for a live stream season!
For more information visit http://teatroesperanza.us

Members of the Hunting Park Business Association and other local small businesses should reach out directly to the Corridor Managers who remain accessible to provide remote support. Please email rrodriguez@esperanza.us or drivera@esperanza.us.

Thank you for your understanding. We will continue to take the necessary steps to ensure the safety and well-being of all those we serve.

Para solicitudes de prensa favor de contactar a Jenifer Kohlhas a (267) 970-3870

About Esperanza

Esperanza is a faith-based nonprofit organization driven by the biblical mandate to "serve the least of these." We strengthen Hispanic communities through education, economic development, and advocacy.